Earth Unforgettable - The Story
Samuel, a gifted artist and dedicated student headed to college last year to pursue his dream of earning a degree in architecture, a huge accomplishment from someone of his economic background. However, due to economic constraints he was forced to drop out after completing a very successful first semester.
The son of a fisherman from a humble town on the northern coast of Peru, where the average family lives far below the poverty line, Samuel sees these obstacles as challenges rather than hardships. He is more determined than ever to return to school and has identified an opportunity to begin a small business using his artistic skills.
Earth Unforgettable was born when Samuel's uncle suggested that he paint t-shirts using special wash resistant paint. The town where he lives receives surf tourism and there are very few opportunities for tourists to buy something unique, locally made, and easy to carry home. Although Samuel has been selling his art for the last few years to tourists, it is often difficult for them to travel with the stunning paintings done on drift wood and greatly reduces the demand. By painting on t-shirts he fills a gap in the market and his pilot study, selling his hand painted t-shirts, was wildly successful.
He is ready to become a serious entrepreneur supporting himself and enabling him to return to school. Your donation will not only help Samuel get his business off the ground, but will enable him to get back into school and end the cycle of poverty. If you are unable to donate at this time, you can still help by sharing the video and campaign with friends and family!
About the Shirts
The shirts are each hand painted with a unique one-of a kind design by Samuel. The shirts are made of eco-friendly materials and the paint is safe for washing. He is inspired by the ocean and the landscapes of his coastal town.
Tourists with their one of a kind Earth Unforgettable shirts
Support and Business Education
Lobitosinfo, a local entrepreneurial start-up that supports community endeavors and provides free travel and tourism information, is providing support and business education to Samuel. Together, market research was completed and a detailed business plan was written. He has committed to fulfill his responsibilities enabling him to see profit, re-invest in his business, save for school and help support his family and community.
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Samuel working on his Earth Unforgettable business plan
How Your Donation Will Be Used
The funds raised will be used to finish his workshop so he has a secure and clean place to design and paint his Earth Unforgettable shirts and other artistic creations. The town where he lives has a desert climate with high winds causing dust and sand to accumulate hindering progress and the ability for the shirts to dry without being ruined. His workshop needs a roof, concrete floor, finished walls, a door, and windows to be completed. Additionally, the funds will be used to purchase shirts, paint and other necessary materials.
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Samuel's future workshop